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A few days later.
The autumn colors deepened, and several white clouds floated above the lord's mansion. Wild geese flew in pairs, emitting low, mournful calls, as if foretelling something was about to arrive.
"Whoosh!"
An iron arrow shot straight into the sky, surrounded by a faint blood-red Starlit Cyclone that guided its trajectory. It thundered into the body of the lead goose, which let out a cry of despair before plummeting straight down.
"Thud..."
The lead goose fell heavily to the ground, its feathers like iron, stirring up a cloud of dust. This was no ordinary wild goose but a Fifth-Order Beast recorded in the bestiary. This type of wild goose was known as Iron Feather; its sharp beak could pierce through iron plates, and it had significant offensive capabilities at night but generally did not attack humans during the day.
Ye Yang jogged forward, reached out to lift the Iron Feather's wing high, and smiled at the two young women on the balcony: "How's my archery?"
Yun Xiaoxi replied, "It's average..."
Yan Yao covered her mouth and laughed but did not express her opinion.
On the other side, Wang Lie raised his War Blade and shouted loudly, "My lord is wise and mighty, with unparalleled archery skills! Truly a rare marksman throughout history!"
Zhao Yun grinned, "Not afraid of the wind making you trip over your tongue..."
Ye Yang laughed heartily as he walked back with the at least hundred-pound Iron Feather goose and tossed it in front of a group of guards. "Take this to the kitchen; we’ll have a feast for lunch today!"
"Yes, my lord!"
Several guards hoisted the large bird away.
...
At that moment, a fast horse galloped in. It was a Messenger who dismounted and knelt on one knee before Ye Yang. "My lord, an envoy from the Chu Army requests an audience!"
"An envoy from the Chu Army?" Ye Yang pondered for a moment and said, "We have always kept our distance from the Chu Army. What do they intend by sending an envoy?"
"I do not know, my lord. The envoy is waiting outside the lord's mansion and reportedly carries the Royal Edict from Chuhai Wang. Should we receive them?"
"How many people are there?"
"Five!"
"Bring them in!"
"Yes!"
Soon after, a group of five entered the Lord's residence, all dressed in the attire of the Chu Army. The person at the front had a gaunt face and a lewd gaze, but was wearing the uniform of a General and holding a finely crafted Iron Sword. Behind him were four generals in red Cloaks, all at least Deputy Generals within the Chu Army.
"Hey, this envoy looks somewhat familiar," Ye Yang said, slightly surprised.
Zhang Tianhe replied, "Isn't this the Chu Army General Song Yi whom you defeated in Liang City? What does he want here in Hengshan County?"
"I don't know; let's ask him!"
Ye Yang suddenly turned around and looked at Song Yi and the others, his eyes shining with intensity as if he could see through their hearts. Upon meeting Ye Yang's gaze, Song Yi couldn't help but shiver and instinctively took a few steps back.
"General, you must have some important matter to discuss upon coming to Hengshan County?" Ye Yang smiled lightly.
Song Yi's expression flickered as he glanced at his four subordinates before saying to Ye Yang, "King Chu Huai has raised the banner of rebellion against Tyrant Qin and is recognized as the ruler of the world. Recently, General Ye has swept through seven prefectures of Qin State within Qi State, achieving remarkable merit. As the leader of the allied forces, King Chu Huai has decided to promote General Ye to Eastern General, ranking Second-Grade. This is the military token and Axe seal bestowed by Your Majesty King Huai. I hope General Ye can defend the eastern prefectures and not disappoint Your Majesty King Huai's goodwill!"
Listening to this, Wang Lie couldn't help but feel anger rise within him. "The entire territory of Qi State was earned inch by inch by us; what does it have to do with the Chu Army? What is Chancellor Huai to us? Why should we obey him or accept any Axe seal? Bah! I can carve my own jade seal; what if I become the king of Qi State?"
Song Yi was furious. With a clang, he drew his sword and shouted, "You dare! How can you insult Your Majesty King Huai? Are you seeking death?"
As Song Yi moved, his four subordinates also stirred. Two of them radiated purple True Qi light, while the other two maintained a restrained demeanor, their arm muscles bulging with barely visible Starlight Power flickering between their fingers. Of course, none of this escaped Ye Yang's notice.
A slight smile tugged at Ye Yang's lips as he nearly laughed. There was no doubt that Song Yi had come prepared to Hengshan County with four experts—two at Earth Level Nine and two at Starry Sky Level—thinking that such strength would intimidate him. However, it was quite naive; he was a Starry Sky Fourth Level cultivator and could completely disregard these four.
Nevertheless, Ye Yang wasn't particularly inclined to kill Song Yi; he was curious about what Song Yi intended to do.
"Ahem, Wang Lie, step back and calm down. Don't provoke the General; can you afford that?"
"Yes... My Lord!"
Wang Lie clasped his fists, feeling somewhat aggrieved, but still obeyed Ye Yang's orders and stepped back, watching from a distance while holding the War Blade, seemingly ready to draw it at any moment to strike down Song Yi.
...
Ye Yang's expression was calm as he walked forward, taking the military token and Axe insignia from Song Yi. In fact, the military power had always been in his hands; there was no need for any military token. However, this Eastern General insignia could be accepted, as it proved his identity. After all, he would soon be a Second-Grade Eastern General and would no longer be looked down upon by someone like Zhao Gongzi Zhao Yi. Moreover, and more importantly, since Ye Yang had accepted Chuhai Wang's appointment, once Xiang Yu engaged with Ye Yang's forces, there would be no reason to attack Ye Yang's army.
Smiling, Ye Yang said to Song Yi, "General, please convey my gratitude to Chancellor Huai for his kindness. Additionally, you must have other matters to attend to?"
Song Yi revealed a lewd smile and said, "The Eastern General is indeed perceptive. I have come bearing a secret order from Your Majesty King Huai!"
"Oh, a secret order?"
"Yes!" Song Yi's expression turned serious.
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